Career Services
Helps students make the transition through university to the workplace with programs and services that highlight career direction, employment, and further education.
Website: http://www.careers.queensu.ca
Contact: 613-533-2992
Address: Gordon Hall, 3rd floor
Queen’s ITS Enterprise Licensed Software
Queen’s University supplies Students, Staff and Faculty access to a variety of academic software free of charge through the MyQueen’sU Software Center. This software includes the Office 365 suite, EndNote, SPSS, NVivo, and more. For the full listing check out the link below.
Website: https://queensuca.sharepoint.com/sites/software-centre
Queen’s Learning Commons
The Queen’s Learning Commons is both a hub of services supporting formal academic programs, and a meeting place within Stauffer Library. It encompasses physical and online environments accommodating different approaches to learning. The QLC provides resources, workshops and seminars, and one-on-one professional consultations for students who want to enhance or develop skills.
Website: https://library.queensu.ca/help-services/queens-learning-commons
Address: Stauffer Library
Student Academic Success Services (SASS)
Student Academic Success Services (SASS) helps graduate students hone their writing and academic skills. Popular areas of support for graduate students include completing theses, writing clearly and concisely, increasing motivation, managing time, reading efficiently, and practicing English as an Additional Language. They offer resources, workshops and appointments for students at any stage of degree progression. SASS is located on Stauffer Library’s ground floor at the north end.
Website: http://sass.queensu.ca/
SGPS Student Advisors
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Human Rights Office
Confidential service that assists individuals or groups at Queen’s who wish to pursue informal or formal routes of complaint resolution following an incident of harassment or discrimination.
Website: https://www.queensu.ca/humanrights/
Contact: (613) 533-6886
Queen’s Legal Aid
Queen’s Legal Aid provides legal services to low-income residents of Kingston, Napanee and surrounding areas, and to Queen’s University and St. Lawrence College students.
Website: https://queenslawclinics.ca/queens-legal-aid
Contact: 613-533-2102
Address: 303 Bagot St., Suite 500, Kingston
Accessibility Services
Assists students with disabilities in many ways including providing advocacy and support, as well as recommending accommodations.
Website: http://www.queensu.ca/studentwellness/accessibility-services
Contact: 613-533-6467
AMS Food Bank
Located in McGillivray-Brown, the AMS Food Bank serves confidential and non-judgmental food service to members of the Queen’s community. We are a non-profit organization which aims to provide our clients with food services in the most comfortable environment possible. We operate mainly on donations as well as a student fee from both the AMS and the Society for Graduate and Professional Students. As a non-profit organization, we aim for our funds to be put towards the upkeep of the Food Bank itself in the purchasing of fresh fruits, vegetables, milk and other items on a weekly basis.
Website: https://www.amsfoodbank.ca/
City of Kingston Food Support Listing
The City of Kingston connects residents with essential food resources through community kitchens, fresh produce stands, ethnocultural groceries, and farmers markets. It promotes sustainability via community gardens and orchards, and encourages donations to local organizations fighting food insecurity. It’s a collaborative effort to nourish the community and support those in need.
Website: https://www.cityofkingston.ca/community-supports/community-supports-and-well-being/food-supports/
Student Wellness Services
Health Services offers booked physician appointments for students seeking yearly health review, prescription renewals, STI testing, PAP smears, mental health assessment, psychotherapy, referrals and third party-physicals.
Website: https://www.queensu.ca/studentwellness/medical/provided-services
Contact: 613-533-2506
Queen’s Office of Faith and Spiritual Life
Faith and Spiritual Life can provide support, ceremonial services, interfaith community development and spiritual support to students, faculty and staff on campus. As part of the Division of Student Affairs, Faith and Spiritual Life strives to facilitate a welcoming, peaceful and safe space. Chaplains are available to discuss spiritual, religious, personal, and financial problems, concerns or crises.
Website: https://www.queensu.ca/faith-and-spiritual-life/home
Contact: chaplain@queensu.ca or 613-533-2186
Queen’s Sexual Violence Prevention and Response
Queen’s University is committed to providing non-judgmental sexual violence support and response. The SVPR Office provides a central point of contact and support for all students who are impacted by sexual violence.
Website: https://www.queensu.ca/sexualviolencesupport/
Contact: SVPRServices@queensu.ca
Queen’s Student Affairs Food Access Resources Hub
A page created for Queen’s students to provide a comprehensive list of food access resources both on campus and in the Kingston community.
Website: https://www.queensu.ca/studentaffairs/resources/students#food-access-resources
Queen’s University Child Friendly Campus Initiative
The QUCFC initiative seeks to assist parents and caregivers on campus to nurture their families and pursue their scholarly and work responsibilities. This includes maintaining maps and lists of change tables and breastfeeding rooms on Queen’s campus, as well as gathering helpful resources and services available both on Queen’s campus and in the surrounding Kingston community.
Website: https://nursing.queensu.ca/general/qucfc
Contact: ChildFriendlyCampus@queensu.ca
Student Wellness Services
Offers students private appointments with an experienced professional counsellor for confidential crisis support.
Website: https://www.queensu.ca/studentwellness/mental-health
Contact: 613-533-6000 x78264
Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Address: 146 Stuart Street, Kingston
Student Assistance Program (formerly known as EmpowerMe)
A student assistance program providing mental health and wellness services 24/7 to all students at Queen’s. The Student Assistance Program has a number of professionals with various domains of expertise, including mental health, family and relationships, career counselling, financial planning, and more, to support students and respond effectively to diverse needs.
Website: https://qu-sgps.alumo.ca/student-assistance-program
School of Graduate Studies Staying Well Hub
Finding mental space to look after yourself in grad school can come at the end of a long list, somewhere after marking, term work, exams, and finishing a dissertation. The School of Graduate Studies provides resources to help graduate students making staying well a priorities.
Website: https://www.queensu.ca/grad-postdoc/wellness/campus-resources
Queen’s Community Housing
Community Housing manages the student rental properties owned by Queen’s University. This includes two apartment complexes located at west campus – An Clachan and John Orr Tower – as well as a variety of apartments and houses in the Student Village (Core Rentals) around campus.
Website: http://community.housing.queensu.ca/
Contact: 613.533.2501
Address: 169 University Avenue, Kingston
Queen’s Off-Campus Living Advisor
The Off-Campus Living Advisor is available to provide confidential guidance on evaluating off-campus housing, tenant rights and responsibilities, and resources for moving in/out. Be sure to check out the Off-Campus Newsletter for all things Off-Campus living. Would you like to sign up to have the latest edition of the Off-Campus Newsletter emailed to you? If so, register here. Please note that your email will only be used to receive this newsletter.
Booking: Schedule an appointment with the OCLA
Contact: ocla@queensu.ca, 613-533-6745
Afghan Students’ Club
Afghan Students’ Club creates a welcoming space to celebrate Afghan culture, build community, and raise awareness through events, discussions, and outreach. We aim to connect students, share traditions, and promote cultural understanding across Queen’s campus.
Contact: asc@clubs.queensu.ca
Website: @queensasc
African Caribbean Student Association (ACSA)
Celebrates African and Caribbean culture through events, dialogue, and community while supporting students of African and Caribbean descent.
Contact: acsa@queensu.ca
Website: @acsaqueensu
Arabic Debate Club
Promotes critical thinking and public speaking in Arabic, offering a space for debate and discussion on important social issues.
Contact: arabicdebate@clubs.queensu.ca
Website: @adc.queensu
Association of Indian Graduate Students at Queens
Supports Indian graduate students with cultural events, networking opportunities, and academic support in a welcoming community.
Contact: aigsq@clubs.queensu.ca
Website: @aigsq
Chabad Club
Offers Jewish cultural, religious, and educational experiences to foster Jewish identity and community at Queen’s.
Contact: chabad@clubs.queensu.ca
Website: @Chabad_kingston
Egyptian Students Association at Queen’s (ESAQ)
Connects students through Egyptian cultural events, language, and traditions while fostering inclusion and pride.
Contact: esaq@clubs.queensu.ca
Website: @Esaq.queensu
Equity Office
Queen’s Equity Office facilitates the development of new policies, procedures, and programs that remove barriers to equity and ensure greater and equal participation of marginalized groups and individuals at the university.
Website: http://www.queensu.ca/equity/
Contact: equity@queensu.ca
Address: B513 Mackintosh-Corry Hall, Queen’s University
Ethiopian Eritrean Students Association (EESA)
Celebrates Ethiopian and Eritrean cultures while supporting students through events, dialogue, and community-building.
Contact: eesaqu@clubs.queensu.ca
Website: @Eesaqu
Four Directions Indigenous Centre
The Four Directions Indigenous Student Centre, or 4D as it is affectionately called, strives to be a home away from home, a hub of activity and a key resource for Queen’s Indigenous students. Come and hang out or study in our lounge with free wifi and cable TV, grab a snack or a meal in our fully equipped kitchen, and do your laundry for free! We offer academic tutoring and advising, cultural programming, Indigenous focused library, and a range of workshops designed to support you, academically, socially and culturally.
Website: https://www.queensu.ca/fourdirections/
Contact: 613-533-6970
Address: 146 Barrie, Kingston
Hillel Queen’s
A hub for Jewish life on campus, offering cultural, religious, and social events open to all students.
Contact: hillel@clubs.queensu.ca
Website: @hillel.queens
Human Rights Office
Queen’s Human Rights Office informs, educates, and advises the Queen’s community about their rights and responsibilities in the area of human rights. The Human Rights staff can also provide confidential advisory services to students, staff, and faculty following incidences of harassment or discrimination.
Website: http://www.queensu.ca/humanrights/
Contact: hrights@queensu.ca
Address: B506 Mackintosh-Corry Hall, Queen’s University
Inclusion and Anti-Racism Advisor
Lavie Williams, Queen’s Inclusion and Anti-Racism Advisor, is the central point of contact for individuals and units who wish to learn about anti-oppression and anti-racism initiatives and services at Queen’s. Embedded within the Equity and Human Rights Offices, she has a particular focus on anti-racism and its intersections, institutional inclusion, and anti-oppression strategies. Lavie is available to meet with students, staff, and faculty at Queen’s.
Email: ltw@queensu.ca
Iranian Association of Queen’s University
IAQU is a cultural club dedicated to celebrating Iranian heritage, language, and community. We host events, socials, and collaborations that bring together Iranian and non-Iranian students alike to share traditions, build connections, and create a welcoming space for all.
Contact: iranian.students@clubs.queensu.ca
Website: @Iaqueensu
Japanese Relations at Queen’s
Fosters dialogue and friendship between Japanese and non-Japanese students through cultural exchange and awareness initiatives.
Contact: japaneserelationsq@gmail.com
Middle Eastern and North African Students at Queen’s
Fosters community and cultural pride among MENA students while promoting cultural awareness across campus.
Contact: queensarabstudentassociation@gmail.com
Website: @Menaq.queens
Pakistani Students Association
Queen’s University’s very own PSA celebrating Pakistani culture
Contact: qpsa@clubs.queensu.ca
Website: @Queenspsa
Queen’s Armenian Students’ Association
Supports Armenian students and promotes Armenian heritage through cultural events, language, and community.
Contact: asa@clubs.queensu.ca
Website: @queensarmeniansa
Queen’s Asian Pre-Law Society
Prepares Asian students for legal careers through mentorship, case competitions, and speaker events.
Contact: quasianpl@clubs.queensu.ca
Queen’s Asian Students’ Association (QASA)
QASA aims to promote and celebrate Asian cultures, fostering connections and building a more inclusive and welcoming environment on campus. We intend to educate Queen’s students about the diverse Asian cultures and traditions that are celebrated across the world.
Contact: quasa@clubs.queensu.ca
Website: @queens.asa
Queen’s Association of Korean-Canadian Scientists and Engineers (QAKCSE)
We are a Korean-Canadian student association that hosts academic events focused on science and engineering (e.g., study nights, mentorship programs, networking events) alongside Korean cultural events like Sports Day, Lunar New Year celebrations, and K-pop dance lessons.
Contact: qakcse@clubs.queensu.ca
Website: @akcse.queens
Queen’s Bangladeshi Students’ Association (QBSA)
Connects Bangladeshi students and promotes cultural awareness through events, language, and community.
Contact: qbsa@clubs.queensu.ca
Website: @qbsa_queens
Queen’s Black Academic Society
Supports academic success and community among Black students through mentorship, networking, and advocacy.
Contact: qbas@clubs.queensu.ca
Website: @queensblackacademic
Queen’s Coalition against Racial and Ethnic Discrimination
Queen’s Coalition against Racial and Ethnic Discrimination (QCRED) is a group of students, staff, and faculty that works to eliminate racism and discrimination on campus. QCRED advocates and fosters community wellness for historically marginalized racial and ethnic groups.
Website: https://qcredcoordinator.wordpress.com/about/
Queen’s Hellenic Students Association
Connects Hellenic students and promotes Greek culture through food, language, and traditional events.
Contact: qhsa@clubs.queensu.ca
Website: @queenshsa
Queen’s Hong Kong Students’ Association
Queen’s Hong Kong Students’ Association (QHKSA) promotes Hong Kong culture and fosters cross-cultural understanding through social and cultural events, creating a welcoming community for students to connect and share their heritage.
Contact: qhksa@clubs.queensu.ca
Website: @Queenshksa
Queen’s Korean Student Association
Builds cultural community for Korean-identifying students and educates others about Korean traditions, food, and language.
Contact: qksa@clubs.queensu.ca
Website: @Queensqksa
Queen’s Native Student Association
We are a group of Indigenous and non-Indigenous students who focus on spreading Indigenous initiatives and working towards reconciliation on campus and in the Kingston community.
Contact: qnsa@clubs.queensu.ca
Queen’s Pinoy Association
Builds community among Filipino-identifying students through cultural, educational, and social events celebrating Filipino heritage.
Contact: qfilipinos@clubs.queensu.ca
Queen’s Polish Students Association
Aims to connect Polish-identifying students through cultural events, social gatherings, and community engagement, celebrating Polish heritage and traditions.
Contact: polska@clubs.queensu.ca
Queen’s Portuguese Association
The Queen’s Portuguese Association fosters a welcoming, inclusive space for Portuguese speakers to connect, celebrate culture, and build community on campus. All are welcome to join and share in our vibrant heritage.
Contact: qpassociation@clubs.queensu.ca
Website: @qpassociation
Queen’s Punjabi Student Association | QuPunjab
Celebrates Punjabi culture through community-building events, language promotion, and cultural awareness activities.
Contact: qupunjab@clubs.queensu.ca
Website: @Qupunjab
Queen’s South Asian Association
Highlights South Asian cultures through festivals, performances, discussions, and advocacy for cultural awareness and unity.
Contact: qsaa@clubs.queensu.ca
Website: @queens.saa
Queen’s Spanish And Latin-American Students’ Association
Celebrates Spanish and Latin American cultures by hosting educational, cultural, and social events for students of all backgrounds.
Contact: qsalsa@clubs.queensu.ca
Website: @Qsalsa_queens
Queen’s Taiwanese Student Association
Queen’s Taiwanese Student Association (QTW) celebrates and shares Taiwanese culture at Queen’s. Through social events and cultural celebrations, we foster a welcoming, inclusive environment for all students to connect, build friendships, and appreciate Taiwanese heritage.
Contact: qtw@clubs.queensu.ca
Website: @queenstaiwan
Queen’s Tamil Students’ Association
QTSA strives to spread awareness about Tamil culture at Queen’s University. Our goal is to celebrate diversity and promote unity within the Queen’s student community. We host various workshops ranging from Gaana (Kuthu) dance sessions to networking events.
Contact: qutsa.clubs@gmail.com
Website: @Queenstsa
Queen’s University Hindu Students Council
Builds community among Hindu-identifying students while sharing Hindu culture, values, and traditions through festivals, discussions, and educational events.
Contact: qhsc@clubs.queensu.ca
Website: @queens.hsc
Queen’s University Indian Students Association
QIND enhances cultural unity and student engagement at Queens University. We host festivals, discussions, and service initiatives celebrating Indian heritage, fostering connection, pride, and leadership. Join us to share tradition, build community, and enrich campus life.
Contact: qu.gujarat@clubs.queensu.ca
Website: @Qu.india
Queen’s University International Centre
The Queen’s University International Centre (QUIC) is a support service for all members of the Queen’s community and through its activities promotes an internationally informed and cross-culturally sensitive learning environment.
Website: http://quic.queensu.ca
Contact: 613-533-2604
Queen’s University Malayalee Association
We are a cultural club aiming to represent and celebrate the culture, traditions, and customs of Kerala, a state in southwestern India. we hope to contribute to integrating Malayali culture within our society by exemplifying traditional Malayali values.
Contact: quma@clubs.queensu.ca
Website: @Qumallus
Queen’s University Ukrainian Students’ Association
Connects Ukrainian students and allies through cultural events, advocacy, and community engagement. Supports Ukraine through educational outreach and humanitarian fundraising efforts.
Contact: quusa@clubs.queensu.ca
Website: @queensukrainianclub
Queen’s Vietnamese Student Association
Celebrates Vietnamese culture and heritage through food, music, and traditional celebrations. Fosters community among Vietnamese students and educates others through cultural exchange.
Contact: qvsa@clubs.queensu.ca
Website: @Queensvsa
Queen’s Yellow House
Yellow House is a safe, comfortable and accountable space for queer, racialized and marginalized students to create community, to feel empowered, to empower others, to celebrate and to honour their histories. We seek to engage students in initiatives that actively dismantle oppressive, racist and colonial ideologies and practices.
Website: https://www.queensu.ca/yellow-house/
Romanian Students Association
We aim to create a space for Romanian students at Queen’s to connect with one another and engage in cultural activities that celebrate our heritage! We offer students the opportunity to share experiences and build long-lasting relationships. A home away from home!
Contact: queensrsa@clubs.queensu.ca
Website: @queens.rsa
Russian and Eastern European Studies Society
Brings together students interested in Russian and Eastern European languages, politics, and culture. Hosts academic, social, and cultural events to promote cross-cultural understanding.
Contact: reess@clubs.queensu.ca
Website: @reessqueens
Somali Student Association at Queens University
Celebrates Somali culture and heritage through food, music, and community events. Advocates for representation, unity, and understanding among Somali and non-Somali students at Queen’s.
Contact: ssa.queens@gmail.com
Website: @ssa.queensu
The Great Panda Society
Welcome to The Great Panda Society, your home away from home. We are a student-run society dedicated to promoting traditional Chinese culture.
Contact: queensgps@gmail.com
Website: @Thegreatpandasociety
The Organization of Latin American Students (OLAS) at Queen’s
OLAS is a growing organization at Queen’s where students of Latin American descent and allies meet together and engage in aspects of Latin American culture. OLAS organizes general member meetings and events with other organizations to showcase the best of Latin America!
Contact: olas@clubs.queensu.ca
Website: @Olas.queensu
University Council on Anti-Racism and Equity
The University Council on Anti-Racism and Equity (UCARE) coordinates, monitors, and reports on the progress of university-wide initiatives to address racism and promote equity, diversity, and inclusion. The Council meetings also provide a community forum to discuss issues related to racism, inclusion, and equity at Queen’s.
Website: https://www.queensu.ca/vpcei/committees/university-council-anti-racism-and-equity
Contact: ucare@queensu.ca
Wellness Project Allyship & Belonging Student Calendar
This calendar highlights events for equity-deserving students and those who want to be better allies to equity-deserving students.
Website: https://www.queensu.ca/campuswellnessproject/event-calendar
Campus Security and Emergency Services
The mandate of Campus Security and Emergency Services is to promote a safe and welcoming environment that recognizes and is respectful of the diverse nature of the Queen’s Community.
Website: http://www.queensu.ca/security
Contact: 613-533-6733, Emergencies Only 613-533-6111
Address: Fleming Hall, Jemmett Wing, Rm 202
Queen’s First Aid
Queen’s First Aid Campus Response Team is a university campus first aid response team serving Queen’s University and its direct community in Kingston.
Website: http://queensfirstaid.com/
Contact: qfa@clubs.queensu.ca
Address: 51 Bader Lane, Kingston
Queen’s Student Constables
The Queen’s Student Constables is a peer-to-peer security service that embodies the unique idea of students being responsible for students. They offer security solutions specifically designed for the Queen’s University community.
Website: https://qscsecurity.ca/
Contact: qsc@ams.queensu.ca
Queen’s Yellow House
Yellow House is a safe, comfortable and accountable space for queer, racialized and marginalized students to create community, to feel empowered, to empower others, to celebrate and to honour their histories. We seek to engage students in initiatives that actively dismantle oppressive, racist and colonial ideologies and practices.
Website: https://www.queensu.ca/yellow-house/
Queen’s Earth Centre
The Earth Centre offers Queen’s students, faculty and community members an opportunity to transform their environmental concern into positive action through green consumerism and innovative discussion. The Earth Centre encourages students to engage in positive dialogue about the environment through exposure to new information and opinions on environmental topics. The products The Earth Centre carries offer a more sustainable, responsible alternative to students’ consumer needs.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/queensearthcentre/
Queen’s Local Food Guide
We hope that this guide can serve as a useful tool for learning about and accessing local food at Queen’s University and in our nearby Kingston community. We wanted to show how accessible and convenient getting local food can be—even as a student!
Website: https://myams.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/Queens-Local-Food-Guide.pdf